Senior Production Planning Supervisor

Senior Production Planning Supervisor

Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type: On-site

The Impact You'll Make

As our Senior Production Planning Supervisor , you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of production operations to meet customer demand, optimize inventory levels, and support on‑time delivery performance. Your leadership will help create a more agile, data‑driven, and reliable manufacturing environment that drives operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

At Danfoss, we prioritize learning, growth, well‑being, and inclusion . By optimizing production planning processes and enhancing collaboration across teams, you will directly contribute to improved operational performance and customer experiences. Success in this role means not only meeting production goals but also fostering a culture of continuous improvement and responsiveness.

You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional teams and take ownership of production planning activities , helping us move toward a more efficient and innovative future.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and manage production planning activities to achieve delivery, inventory, and production efficiency targets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in planning accuracy, material flow, and production scheduling processes.
• Monitor capacity planning , inventory levels, and material availability to minimize disruptions and optimize plant performance.
• Develop and maintain production plans using ERP/MRP systems while ensuring compliance with operational and quality standards.
• Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams to ensure production schedules are aligned with customer requirements and operational capabilities.

What We're Looking For

• Several years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (preferably SAP) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and production planning tools.
• Experience leading teams and driving operational improvements to achieve performance targets.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills in fast‑paced manufacturing environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders.

What You’ll Get from Us

We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities. You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us.

We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected and valued for who they are. You’ll receive benefits like an annual bonus , paid vacation , personal insurance , and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Ready to Make a Difference

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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